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Re: testing a fuel pump
Historical mailing list - Mark Seifert
Mon, 12 Apr 2004 22:15:58 -0700
...I removed the line that exist the fuel >pump, no fuel. I performed the relay test according >to the Bentley and it passed. I...
Re: Fuel line sheathing replacement?
Historical mailing list - Chuck Mathis
Thu, 31 May 2001 16:42:10 EDT
...Fuel line sheathing replacement? Any advice on what material to use to replace the anti-abrasion sheathing on the four FI hoses going to...
Driveability Problem-Need Advice
Historical mailing list - TJ Hemrick
Sat, 20 Oct 2007 17:16:32 -0400
...Just got done changing all the fuel lines in the engine bay. Now I have this terrible off idle hesitation. Put it in gear...
Re: new years resolution - continue to own a non-burnt van
Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
Wed, 15 Dec 2004 21:11:52 -0600
...the fuel lines on my '82 a.c. in early > January also.. > > I have heard about how low the quality of replacement lines can...
Re: Fuel pump/filter
Historical mailing list - KI4TLF
Sun, 30 Nov 2014 12:17:08 -0600
Remove the fuel cap and see if the fuel pump quietens down. If it does, the vent lines/evaporative canister lines are blocked or...
Re: Fireworks for the Fourth-in my engine bay
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Sun, 3 Jul 2011 12:59:20 -0700
...if you are starting with empty fuel lines , or ones that have been opened up .. and you pre-run the fuel pump by cycling...
Re: Plastic fuel line
Historical mailing list - Michael
Sun, 2 Mar 2014 11:36:50 -0500
...wietorg@YAHOO.COM> wrote: > > Would it be practical to armor our fuel lines with stainless braid? > Local maple sugar enthusiasts claim that particular colors...
Re: Fires
Historical mailing list - Paul M. Hillbish
Wed, 24 Jan 2001 23:00:56 EST
...wdavidson@THEGRID.NET writes: << The most common cause is leaking fuel lines... fuel hitting the hot exhaust pipes. >> Just a quick thought that I...
Re: Van Gremlins
Historical mailing list - Amy and Andrew
Mon, 19 Nov 2001 16:14:37 -0500
Yes, if the diaphragm leaks extra fuel will get sucked in to the intake through the vacuum line. To test it pull off the...
fuel pump relief valve?
Historical mailing list - Sam Payne
Fri, 20 Jul 2007 16:17:19 -0400
...I pinched shut my fuel return line expecting to see pressure relieved at about 80 lbs. but it climbed to 100 before I released...
Re: fuel line replacement
Historical mailing list - James V
Thu, 3 Jun 2010 16:13:54 -0700
On a related note, I recently replaced the fuel lines (sourced from one of the Vanagon vendors) on my 86 Syncro. I reused the...
Tank Replacement due to clogged screen -- why bother?
Historical mailing list - Tabe Johnson
Wed, 12 Jul 2006 01:47:09 -0400
If your problem is fuel starvation due to a clogged screen, why not blow backwards through the fuel outlet line while siphonning out the...
Re: Symptom of vacuum line collapse or leaks
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Sat, 30 Aug 2003 23:10:20 -0500
...I put a T at the fuel pressure regulator for the >required vacuum line and put a new vacuum line in; same diameter. > >I...
Check those fuel lines!
Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
Wed, 7 Apr 2010 19:23:45 -0700
...PLEASE check those fuel lines, and replace the plastic firewall 'T' if you haven't already! (mine developed a leak at the T which...
Re: Fuel line clamps-how to remove?
Historical mailing list - Richie Chunda
Wed, 17 Jul 2002 00:22:00 EDT
...What is being discussed is the crimped EAR clamps on the fuel lines, not he spring clamps on the cooling system. Richie
fuel pressure reg
Historical mailing list - Joseph Fortino
Tue, 26 Aug 2003 15:56:32 +0000
what are the chances of the fuel pressure reg having a hole in it? someone said this could cause a flooding of the plugs...
Re: westfalia self-immolation (free '71 van?)
Historical mailing list - Joseph Fortino
Thu, 8 Apr 2004 13:41:08 -0700
...There's a very good diagram of these lines on Richard Atwell's website: http://homepage.mac.com/ratwell/.Pictures/FuelHose/09- FuelBreatherHoses.jpg...
Re: Check Those AC Lines
Historical mailing list - Brent Christensen
Thu, 22 Apr 1999 22:01:46 -0700
Is the leaking fuel line/flaming Vanagon problem only common on AC Vanagons? Can I sleep peacefully tonight knowing that I am safe from...
Re: Fuel Line replacement - Fuel pressure test?
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel
Sat, 28 Sep 2013 12:50:41 -0700
...on the fuel line replacement > process on > http://www.benplace.com/fi_hoses/FuelLineReplacementENG.pdf > > In there, it states "A fuel pressure test should...
fuel pumps and stuff
Historical mailing list - Matthew Pollard
Mon, 1 Apr 2002 15:39:43 -0800
What is the difference in fuel pumps across the volkswagen line? (fuel injected, specificially a2 or a2, digijet/fant). Why? I know that the...
Re: legitimate beef - water under the bridge - or just plain wrong
Historical mailing list - Mike
Thu, 19 Aug 2010 18:06:33 -0400
...The large volume of 'cool' fuel in the tank and lines keeps any boiling or air bubbles flushed through or impossible to occur in...
Re: Steel Braided Fuel Lines?
Historical mailing list - Todd Last
Mon, 9 Jul 2007 22:50:40 +0000
...Steel Braided Fuel Lines? > > > > Does anyone know if installing steel braided fuel lines has been done > > by anyone, or this would be the end...
Re: Diesel questions
Historical mailing list - Poppie Jagersand
Thu, 11 Jun 2009 10:24:55 -0700
...I use a clear glass container in-line with the vacuum pump to see when fuel runs clear, and collect the fuel into. (Similar...
Re: newbie questions
Historical mailing list - Michael Snow
Sat, 28 Dec 2002 14:52:52 -0800
...This is > important as the fuel lines are OLD and likely cracked with heat and > age and are under HIGH pressure. Faulty fuel lines...
Re: Recalls
Historical mailing list - PB
Tue, 10 Jul 2007 18:23:27 -0700
...In a previous post, someone mentioned something about asking for a special ("heavy duty") material to replace the fuel lines. I don't remember...
Re: Rebooting a idle 87 vanagon.
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Sun, 2 Dec 2007 06:30:42 -0600
...test fuel pressure. I > think fuel lines were changed, > > Can I disable the Idle stab. and just pull a spark plug wire w/o...
Re: 2.1 WBX stumbles after hot restart; vapor lock?
Historical mailing list - Allan Streib
Tue, 22 Jul 2008 21:32:49 -0400
...I removed the main fuel line from the tank and NO fuel drained out. A few drops came from the detached line, but nothing...
Re: Rotting Fuel Vapor Lines
Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
Sat, 25 Feb 95 13:55:38 CST
...i've already had to replace ALL the fuel lines, and those suckers back over the transmission are a real pain. joel
RE: Rotting Fuel Vapor Lines
Historical mailing list - William R. Kennedy, NJIT CIAT, 201-596-5648
Mon, 27 Feb 1995 09:05:54 EST
While fuel tank is out, check for rust on top of tank and lube/adjust stick shift if any. B.
Re: vanagon syndrome plus poor gass economy
Historical mailing list - Jim Lieb
Tue, 4 Aug 2009 08:29:33 -0400
Ellen, If you can smell gas, check all your fuel lines asap. These vans are known for fuel line leakage and the resulting engine...
Re: 83.5 Runs for about 4 seconds
Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
Mon, 1 May 2006 11:37:07 -0400
...A vanagon will start , but not rev when gas only remains in the fuel lines. Gas wont evaperate from the fuel lines as fast...
Fuel line replacement
Historical mailing list - Slloth
Fri, 9 May 2008 21:46:44 -0700
Well I finally finished replacing my fuel lines. I had to go to the parts store and buy a few extra clamps. The kit...
heater hose suitable as fuel vent hose?
Historical mailing list - Allan Streib
Wed, 24 Sep 2008 21:24:05 -0400
...It's rubber hose, looks like fuel line, and this is a no-pressure and mostly vapor-only location -- so should it be OK...
Was fuel leak? Now: appropriate route for fuel lines
Historical mailing list - T Collins
Sat, 2 Feb 2013 15:23:00 -0500
...of you that have fully replaced the fuel lines. How did you all arrange the lines after you replace them? With the exception of...
more fuel leaks
Historical mailing list - Karl F. Bloss
Wed, 15 Sep 1999 09:12:02 -0400
...The braided fuel piece that makes the bend an goes from the expansion tank nipple to the metal line, is that standard 7mm fuel...
Re: Fuel lines
Historical mailing list - sleepingmonkey1
Sat, 12 Apr 2003 14:35:09 -0400
...Fuel lines > Hi, > > I need some help, the flexi pipes going into and coming out of the fuel > tank have become porous, can someone...
Re: Fuel Tank Grommets/Plastic Pieces
Historical mailing list - Peter R. Guerzenich Small
Tue, 14 Aug 2007 10:30:56 -0600
...s > constant nagging about fuel lines and the smell of gas permeating > throughout my van, I pulled my fuel tank off this past weekend...
Re: 5/16" High Pressure Fuel Lines OK?
Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Schwaia
Thu, 28 Dec 2006 12:56:38 -0800
...We use nothing but original German fuel line (7mm, 800psi) and it costs us about $80 for 30 meters ($2.67/meter). If we...
Re: Re routing the Gas lines
Historical mailing list - mad madeline
Mon, 9 Oct 2006 12:43:53 -0700
...Subject: [VANAGON] Re routing the Gas lines > Replacing the set of gas lines that run from the fuel tank into the > injectors, and the...
Ethanol & fuel system parts
Historical mailing list - Chuck Hill
Fri, 17 Nov 2000 05:39:49 -0600
...There is never a frozen fuel line when you use this. The cleaning properties of the ethanol keep the tank and fuel lines free...
Re: fuel line replacement
Historical mailing list - pdooley
Thu, 3 Jun 2010 20:07:14 -0400
...fuel line replacement When I re-did my fuel tank seals a few weeks ago I just plain ran out of good German clamps...
Re: Steel fuel line adapter & curtain springs
Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
Tue, 26 Jun 2012 13:31:41 -0700
...I removed it, installed a grommet and ran my new fuel line though the firewall, just like on the return side. It's a...
Re: Why Do Late model Vanagon Engines Catch on Fire?
Historical mailing list - George Goff
Wed, 17 Dec 2003 13:37:51 EST
...If you smell fuel, stop, do not pass Go. Check for a leaky connection. While I have never seen a Vanagon fuel line become...
Re: Another Vanagon Burns Up
Historical mailing list - mark drillock
Wed, 30 Mar 2005 18:15:59 -0800
...Closely inspect the fuel lines regularly and tighten any adjustable fuel hose clamps. Mark Pascal Giasson wrote: >I remember one of the list member...
Re: Burnt Van
Historical mailing list - Robert Stewart
Sat, 7 Jul 2007 13:53:24 -0400
Has anyone ever put steel braided fuel lines on before? Wouldn't this solve the problem once and for all? I would think if...
Re: Fuel clamps, fuel lines
Historical mailing list - Jere Hawn
Sat, 20 Apr 2002 22:49:33 -0700
...Fuel clamps, fuel lines What's the easiest way to get the metal crimp-type clamps off the rubber fuel lines? Should I cut...
Re: Van down -- DeLand, FL, trobleshooting data obtained to date
Historical mailing list - Tom Torrella
Fri, 25 Nov 2011 07:29:28 -0500
...Only have cheap digital multimeter so not sure if > resistance values I am seeing are any good. > > Fuel pressure regulator -- disconnected line to intake...
Re: Fuel line sleeves
Historical mailing list - David Beierl
Tue, 30 Mar 1999 10:51:47 -0500
...At 05:53 3/30/99 -0800, Steve Frisbee wrote: >I was inspecting the fuel lines on my 85 Westy and noticed they have...
fuel line replacement cost
Historical mailing list - Steve Macaulay
Mon, 29 Mar 1999 13:15:31 -0800
Anybody have any ballpark estimates on what it should cost to have a non-dealer vw mechanic replace all the fuel lines in an...
No fuel line pressure when off???
Historical mailing list - B.J.R.
Mon, 8 Sep 2008 17:13:30 -0700
in my 1982 westy, should the fuel rail remain pressurized once switched off? I have a pressure gauge attached in-line as I was...
Re: Check those fuel lines!
Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
Thu, 8 Apr 2010 18:16:14 -0700
...Check those fuel lines! > > I just can't see why anyone would run the fuel hose through the hole in the > firewall and protect...
Re: Evaporative Emission Canister? (re: Fuel Expansion Tank)
Historical mailing list - Steven Shelton
Mon, 26 Aug 2019 06:26:03 -0400
...Shall I > > replace them with good quality continuous rubber fuel lines all the way > > to the engine compartment? > > IMHO > Absolutely YES ~ 1 Continuous Length...
Re: fuel line replacement
Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
Sun, 9 Apr 2006 20:05:54 -0400
...Mike Edward Maglott wrote: > I'm working on fuel line replacement with the help of Ben Huot's excellent > website here: http://www.benplace...
Fuel Injection rated hose
Historical mailing list - craig cowan
Sun, 13 Nov 2011 18:57:25 -0500
I'm looking to buy a spool of hose to replace fuel lines in several vanagons. I know I need 12 feet per bus...
Re: "Idiot Owner Out of Gas" Syndrome and Remedy?
Historical mailing list
Tue, 15 Sep 1998 16:13:08 EDT
...After replacing the line both the leak problem and the stumbling when low on fuel problem were solved. Check these lines and the tee...
Re: 84 Wasserboxer won't start -- update
Historical mailing list - Steve Johnson
Sat, 9 Dec 1995 19:39:41 -0800 (PST)
...So, when you unplug the relay, the fuel lines are still full of fuel and are under the same pressure. When you run the...
Re: Fuel Leak-Yikes!!
Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
Thu, 6 May 2010 09:01:57 -0500
Michael, I guess I was confused by this: "This is the hose from the hard > > > plastic fuel line, ran under the firewall and then...
EV Fuel Line Leak Warning......
Historical mailing list
Mon, 8 Dec 1997 09:37:54 EST
...I've been wondering if it may be a vent line from the top of the fuel tank to the charcoal canister (behind left...
Re: Disaster avoided - public service message.
Historical mailing list - Rob S.
Tue, 14 Oct 2003 10:05:20 -0400
...Hell it's been in your lungs for decades. > > >> It has been posted many times but, CHANGE YOUR FUEL LINES. > > Not just on Vanagons...
Re: The "other" fuel line burst today
Historical mailing list - B Feddish
Sun, 24 Aug 2008 09:24:29 -0400
...The "other" fuel line burst today If you are replacing lines.......ALL should be replaced or the weakest link will surely show itself. df...